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Perfectly balancing lavender cream

If you’re not sure which moisturizer is for you, we recommend starting here. Imperialis is a finely crafted moisturizer that works with most skin types to ease and soothe irritations. Made with lavender infusion to balance the skin's sebum production, the lavender encourages dry skin to produce more natural oils and discourages oily skin from overdoing it. Orange blossom water brightens up dull looking areas and leaves you smelling gorgeous all day long.

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Feel like your skin has a split personality? Balance oily T-zones with Imperialis.

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"I love Imperialis. My skin can be all over the place when it comes to my face. Sometimes it's oily and sometimes it's dry. I told the woman at my local LUSH store in Paris this and she sent me home with a sample of Imperialis.
That was five months
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"I love Imperialis. My skin can be all over the place when it comes to my face. Sometimes it's oily and sometimes it's dry. I told the woman at my local LUSH store in Paris this and she sent me home with a sample of Imperialis.
That was five months ago. My skin feels so soft and so balanced now. I love this product, and a little goes a LONG way. I have barely put a dent in the current pot which I bought at the start of the year and I use this moisturizer daily.
The one drawback is that it can feel a bit greasy but not so much that it puts me off using it.
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No it doesn't - none of our products here in North America have SPF in them, because in order for any product to have SPF in North America, it has to be tested on animals. Since LUSH has never and will never test on animals, we are SPF free for now!

Answered on 3/20/2015 by Meg from LUSH Direct

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I looked on the label and nowhere does it mention an SPF number or any wordof sunscreen. So based on that, I am going to say no to the sunscreenquestion.

Answered on 3/15/2015 by kc_train from Kansas

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No there's none in it, I wear a concealer with an SPF of 15 to protect the skin on my face.Sent from my iPhone

You shouldn't have any problems with Imperialis clogging the pores, as none of our moisturizers are meant to do so.

Answered on 2/13/2015 by Melissa S from LUSH Direct

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LOL, I had to look up non comedogenic to find out what it means. To behonest, I have no idea if Imperialis is truly non comedogenic or not. Iwould think only LUSH can answer that. I can tell you that I have largepores and have not had any problems while using Imperialis Moisturizer. Idid not have any breakouts nor did my face feel overly oily. The moisturizerdid add much needed moisture to my "mature" skin but did not cause anyadditional blackheads or breakouts.Happy Holidays!

Answered on 12/15/2014 by kc_train from Kansas

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I have 2 questions about this product, I'm wondering if I can use this product twice a day morning and night, and will it cause a teen to breakout?

Yes! Imperialis is a balancing moisturizer that can be used as often as you feel is necessary, just listen to your skin! It has lavender so it will help soothe and balance your complexion. Imperialis does not have any ingredients that specifically prevent breakouts whereas Vanishing Cream does. Vanishing Cream has both lavender and witch hazel to balance and to help with acne-prone skin.

Answered on 11/12/2014 by Rene

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Whether or not it would cause a teen to breakout is anyone guess even theteens. If one's face was very oily, I would say to only use it once a dayfor at least a week and then if no major oil breakouts, try it twice a day.Personally I think the product is too oily for a young person's face. Ithink this product is more geared for a mature complexion.

Answered on 11/9/2014 by kc_train from Kansas

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Is this product made of 100% pure and natural ingredients? No emulsifier and no preservatives are being added ? Than you in advance for your answer.Haim Schloss

We use natural, fresh organic ingredients but there are small amounts of parabens to prolong the shelf life of our liquid products. Triethanolamine is used in the Imperialis Moisturizer to assist in making an emulsion so that water-soluble and oil-soluble ingredients can be combined together. However, our solid products are self-preserving and do not contain any preservatives or emulsifiers. A good alternative would be the Full of Grace that is a deeply moisturizing solid product.

Answered on 11/6/2014 by Fainaz from LUSH Direct

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Gee, I have no idea if Imperialis Moisturizer is made of 100% pure andnatural ingredients. I went and got my container and read the ingredientslist very closely. Everything listed is all natural from herbs or flowers.The last three ingredients are Triethanolamine, Methylparaben, Proplparben.I am not a scientists or one who knows natural products from manmade when itcomes to cosmetics so I hope this helps a little. I have always thoughtthose multi syllable words were the manmade ingredients.

Answered on 10/24/2014 by kc_train from Kansas

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I have acne prone, sensitive combination skin. I tried a sample of vanishing cream from my local Lush shop and loved it. Just didn't love the price. Is Imperialis a good alternative to Vanishing Cream?

As is the case with all LUSH products, a little bit goes a long way, so most of our customers will get at least a few months use out of a facial moisturizer. While it depends on your own individual needs, start with using a dime-size amount and add a little bit more if you feel like you need it.

Answered on 9/25/2014 by Melissa S from LUSH Direct

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Because this is a handmade/mostly natural product, a lot will go a longway. I would suggest you divide your face into sections and dip a couplefingers to gather the product, then smooth over your face until it's rubbedin. Work section by section until your face is covered. (this product isalso lovely to use on one's neck and chest) When I used it morning andnight it lasted me about a month/month 1/2. For the price, it goes a longway. It smells lovely and provides more moisture than it does suit dryskin, but its excellent for mildly combination skin. If you are greasieryou should use enzymion or another product. I have combo skin that leanstowards the oily side, but this is perfect for my winter skin. Best ofluck!

Answered on 6/11/2014 by Anonymous

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I have had a moisturizer last anywhere from 3-6 months. I only use a small amount after spritzing my face first with Eau Roma Water. Enjoy! MichelleSent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE DROID

Answered on 6/11/2014 by Michelle from Eau Claire, WI

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It depends on if you wash your face in the morning and night, and if you take off makeup before bed. If you put it on in the morning, don't wear makeup, and don't wash your face before bed, it'll last you through the day and through the night. But I would do in the morning and night. Use a small amount. Less than a quarter size.

Answered on 6/10/2014 by Anonymous

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I have combo/dry skin... The area around my eyebrows, temples, nose and cheeks gets very dry and irritated and will sometimes get flaky. However I also have acne on my chin and sometimes on my forehead, with a tiny bit of blackheads on my nose. My skin also gets red a lot, especially after I show. I plan on buying the aqua marina cleanser but I'm trying to decide between Imperialis and Celestial. I know that they both have soothing ingredients but I'm worried that Celestial would exacerbate my acne... but I'm also worried that Imperialis won't moisturize enough. I'm also not sure which moisturizer will work best with Aqua Marina. Which do you recommend?

For the combination needs you describe with your skin, I would recommend sticking with the Imperialis. It contains balancing lavender infusion to help sort out the combination issues, and is very soothing on account of the mullein leaf infusion. I think it would pair nicely with Aqua Marina, and will leave you hydrated but not greasy.

Answered on 8/21/2013 by Megan from LUSH Direct

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Imperialis is a WONDERFUL moisturizer. I suggest using this one because you barely have to use any to cover your entire face. It’s super moisturizing. I’m sure you’ll love it.Sent from Windows Mail

Answered on 8/18/2013 by Anonymous

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I had the exact same problem and imperialis worked great for me!It gives a lot of moisture to the skin.Sent from my iPhone

Answered on 8/18/2013 by Anonymous

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The pot says for day and night, but can you actually sleep overnight with this on?

Imperialis is a great infusion of lavender, tiger lily and orange blossom which will help to balance oil production. If you are experiencing more congestion in your skin, this would be a great one to try!

Answered on 8/14/2013 by Anonymous

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I use Gorgeous currently, I like it but it doesn't necessarily balance my acne-prone, sensitive, dry in the winter skin. Could this cream be a better fit? Especially for the winter?

Because "Gorgeous" is quite thick, it isn't really the best for acne-prone skin. "Imperialis" is really great for balancing, but if break-outs and the need to balance are the main issue, I would highly recommend "Enzymion." "Enzymion" balances oils in the t-zone with citrus products, it also clears dead skin, which is building up oils and dirt, ultimately leading to more acne. It also replenishes the vitamins and minerals, and that regeneration would help with the winter dryness.

Answered on 11/22/2012 by Anonymous

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I have combination/oily, acne-prone skin. Vanishing Cream wasn't moisturizing enough for me. I've read that cocoa butter clogs pores. Will the cocoa butter in this moisturizer or one of the other ones clog my pores?

Can only speak personally, but I haven't noticed any pore-clogging. The moisturizer, despite having cocoa butter, is actually VERY light and fluffy feeling. It's not dense at all. It goes on your skin very smoothly and sinks in quickly, so it doesn't feel slick on your face.

Answered on 9/4/2012 by Steph from Fort Myers, FL

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We use cocoa butter in almost all of our moisturizers as it's quite lovely for the skin! If you've found that your Vanishing Cream hasn't been moisturizing enough, Enzymion or Gorgeous are also fantastic choices!

Answered on 10/30/2012 by Brandy from LUSH

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Hi! I looked for an ingredients list online re: Imperialis. I noticed that it contains parabens and there is much controversy that this ingredient may produce hormonal imbalance. I was surprised to see this ingredient in this product. I rely on lush to be natural. I am on the fence about this. Can you please provide me with more information about Lush's use of parabens and the reasons why they are used. I am trying to make an informative decision and I would like to hear your viewpoint. Thank you, Natalie

At LUSH we use fresh fruits and vegetables, the finest essential oils, and safe synthetics to create our products. In our liquid products, we need to include a preservative material to make sure that dangerous bacteria, molds, fungi and other nasties don't grow in the product and make you sick. We choose our synthetic ingredients based on a long history of safe use, and we feel that the way we use parabens (in safe quantities, and in only liquid products that need preserving) safely and as intended to keep your product from going off and making you sick.

I use this but do not have an acne problem. A very good friend does have an acne problem and uses this moisturizer. It helps just a little but certainly doesn't hurt it. She also uses Tea Tree Toner prior to application (that does help decrease pore size). I hope that helps!

Answered on 5/27/2012 by Lush Junkie from Boston, MA

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In short, Imperialis can definitely work for acne-prone skin. Depending on how else you would describe your skin, there may be better options. Imperialis is great for balancing the skin, as lavender encourages dry skin to produce natural oils, and discourages oilier skin from overdoing it. For oilier, acne-prone skin we would suggest either Enzymion or Vanishing Cream.

Imperialis has a shelf-life of 14 months. We provide a sticker on the back that says when it was made, who made it, as well as when it is best used by.

Answered on 2/27/2012 by Megan from LUSH

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It lasts for a pretty long time. Its expiration date is for about a 10 months after i bought it and if you use it daily, after the shower like me, you'll have enough for those 10 months. But, don't use too much or it can feel greasy so just a db goes a long way!

The gluten protein is found in processed wheat, barley, and rye. Imperialis has none of these products and thus, gluten free.

Answered on 2/14/2012 by Community Answer from None

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When watching out for gluten in our products, you'll want to look for wheatgerm, wheatgrass, any manner of oats or oat milk, and yeast. Imperialis is free of these ingredients! If you'd like to avoid any possibility of cross-contamination, you may also want to avoid any soy ingredients, in which case Imperialis is still in the clear!